Cornell University, Global Labor and Work
Position Description
As the preeminent educational institution in the world focused on work, employment and labor, the School of Industrial and Labor Relations (ILR) generates and shares knowledge that improves the lives of workers and transforms the future of work.
The Global Labor and Work department of the ILR School is seeking a postdoctoral associate whose research focuses on international organizations. We are especially looking for a scholar with deep theoretical and empirical expertise in the study of international organizations within the fields of international relations or sociology. Additional expertise in international organizations focused on labor rights and international labor standards, such as the International Labor Organization (ILO) is preferred.
The position entails contributing to Professor Dina Bishara's ongoing project on ILO supervisory mechanisms, especially the work of the Committee on the Application of Standards in reviewing states’ compliance with ILO conventions.
Appointment Details:
- This is a full-time, academic, non-tenure track, term position with an initial one-year appointment starting Fall 2027. The position may be extended for a second year, depending on available funding and work.
- No teaching responsibilities are required for this position.
- The Postdoctoral Associate will receive regular supervision and mentorship from Associate Professor Dina Bishara
- The Postdoctoral Associate will receive $70,000.00 in salary as well as a modest research budget and moving allowance.
More information about the ILR School can be obtained at our web site, https://www.ilr.cornell.edu and Global Labor and Work at https://www.ilr.cornell.edu/academics/departments/global-labor-and-work.
Requirements:
Candidates must hold a PhD by the start of the appointment in any of the following areas- Political Science (with a focus on International Relations), and/or Sociology. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong training and experience in qualitative and/or quantitative research methods.
This is an academic, full-time, non-tenure track benefits eligible term opportunity located in Ithaca, NY on the campus of Cornell University.
Application Deadline: Applications must be submitted by November 1, 2026 for full consideration.
To Apply:
Interested parties should submit a
curriculum vitae, a letter of application outlining qualifications and research
agenda, a writing sample, and the names of three references.
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Pay Ranges:
The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:
- Prior relevant work or industry experience.
- Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
- Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary unless otherwise noted)
- Unique applicable skills.
Application Materials Required:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Names of three references
- Writing Sample
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